Seminar: Aging In Community – What It Takes

Source: Amherst Neighbors

Amherst Neighbors (AN)will present an online seminar on Aging in Community on Sunday, October 31, from 1:00-4:00 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is required. Register here.

October 1 was the International Day of Older Persons.  To celebrate a successful first year, Amherst Neighbors is holding a community gathering via Zoom. Three speakers, Pat Romney, Mindy Domb, and Jo Comerford, will address factors that contribute to living well as we grow older and what we can do to enhance healthy and engaged living for all of us as a community. The Amherst Area Gospel Choir will provide music.  Time for questions and meet-and-greet with participants will take place between 3:30 and 4:00. The Amherst Council on Aging and Pelham Council on Aging are co-sponsoring this event. Please sign in to Zoom by 12:50.

Unfortunately, we cannot share food via Zoom, but please do bring a beverage and snack to enjoy and toast us all.

Pat Romney is a clinical and organizational psychologist, with a private practice specialty with older adults and consultation practice for equity, strategic planning, and leadership.

Mindy Domb is the state representative for the 3rd Hampshire district of Amherst, Pelham, and Granby.  In the past legislative session, Mindy has co-sponsored many bills advancing equity for a wide range of community populations.

Jo Comerford is state senator representing the Hampshire, Franklin, and Worcester County District.  In this past legislative session, Jo has filed three bills that improve care for older adults as well as many other bills for her district population.

About Amherst Neighbors
Our mission is to create neighbor to neighbor connections, provide access to information and services, and empower elders to maintain socially engaged lives while aging at home.  We do this through a variety of virtual social and educational opportunities. As state guidelines change, we look forward to offering more volunteer services and in-person activities. 

We believe in reciprocity and interdependence. Everyone has something to give and we all get by giving. Interdependence means we need each other to thrive and survive in our homes and communities. 

Our members come from all backgrounds and live in a variety of home settings, from homes, living with family members, or even independent living communities.  

For more information, look here.